Publisher's Synopsis
Courtship By Command: A Story Of Napoleon At Play is a historical fiction novel written by Matilda Maria Blake and originally published in 1895. The book follows the story of Napoleon Bonaparte, the famous French military leader and emperor, as he embarks on a romantic pursuit of a young woman named Pauline Four�����s. The novel is set in the early 19th century and takes place in the midst of Napoleon's military campaigns and political power struggles. Despite his busy schedule and many responsibilities, Napoleon becomes infatuated with Pauline and begins to court her, using his position of authority to command her affections. As the story unfolds, readers are taken on a journey through the opulent and glamorous world of the French court, where politics, love, and power intersect. Along the way, they will encounter a cast of memorable characters, including other members of Napoleon's inner circle, as well as Pauline's family and friends. Throughout the book, Blake skillfully weaves together historical facts and fictional elements to create a compelling and entertaining story. Courtship By Command offers a unique perspective on one of history's most iconic figures, giving readers a glimpse into the personal life of Napoleon and the world in which he lived.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.